Lifestyle
Pinellas County offers an exceptional quality of life with diverse communities that offer something for everyone: bustling urban centers, delightful downtowns, and idyllic waterfronts.
24 Vibrant Cities, 35 Miles of Sugar-Sand Bliss.
Welcome to Pinellas. Where Opportunity Meets an Unparalleled Quality of Life.
Florida is world-renowned as a top state for businesses and for an undeniably business friendly climate. In Pinellas County, a welcoming community to businesses and newcomers is also our specialty. Attracted by the mild, sub-tropical climate and 35 miles of white sand beaches, nearly a million people have made Pinellas County their home. Diverse communities in Pinellas range in population from more than 252,000 in St. Petersburg to slightly more than 100 in Belleair Shore, and nearly all capitalize on living in a waterfront paradise. As an established county, the significant infrastructure – including schools, utilities and roadways – is already in place. Pinellas is also well connected with regional access via Interstate-275, two international airports, and the largest port in Florida.
The signature soft, white sand, warm, emerald-green waters, lush parks, vibrant downtowns, and artistic and cultural gems aren’t just for entertaining tourists, it’s a way of life. The community offers an extraordinary quality of life, diverse housing options and high-quality colleges and universities. With its outstanding cultural, recreational and sports facilities, incomparable parks and beaches, and events, Pinellas provides a quality of life that you can enjoy all year round.
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Manufacturing Month Spotlight: Made in Pinellas
Pinellas County boasts the largest manufacturing industry employee base in the Tampa Bay region at over 34,000 strong and ranks #5 in Florida for total manufacturing establishments. Our manufacturing legacy is rooted in industries like aerospace, electronics, and medical devices, and is home to manufacturing powerhouses like General Electric and Jabil. But the depth of Pinellas County’s manufacturing industry doesn’t stop at the big names: hundreds of companies are thriving in our Ideal Business Climate, supporting a wide array of innovative products, in-demand jobs, and local capital investment.
From Manufacturing Capability to Government Opportunity in Pinellas County
A manufacturer may have the equipment and expertise to make a needed part, yet still face a difficult question: How does that capability become a dependable source of supply for a government customer? During Manufacturing Month, it is a question worth asking in Pinellas County, where manufacturers already serve demanding commercial, aerospace, maritime and defense markets.
